A Brief Guide for Proper Eavestrough Installation
Gutter guard installation is also a DIY process. However, it has better chances of success when carried out by the experts.
The installation of a gutter guard is essential as it doesn’t allow the rainwater to accumulate in the foundation and degrade it.
In this post, we are going to talk about eavestrough and its installation process.
Eavestrough:
The Eavestrough is the most important part of any gutter system. Eavestroughs are made up of steel, aluminium or plastic and they cover the entire length of your roof at the edge to catch rainwater coming from it. Eavestrough has a downpipe that carries water to downspout outlets located below.
Eavestrough installation follows the below steps.
Step 1: Eavestrough should be 6 inches high from the ground. Its height is measured by holding a piece of wood vertically against it. Eavestrough must not be installed along with fences because rainwater can accumulate near them and damage your foundation.
Eavestrough must not be installed within 1 foot of the ground as it will allow leaves and other debris to accumulate and damage your foundation. It should be connected at a right angle with roofing nails no more than 16 inches apart.
Eavestroughs that are designed for roofs that slope less than 1:12 can be nailed on around the circumference of the plywood. Eavestroughs that are designed for roofs that slope 1:12 or more can be nailed with nails running in a diagonal direction.
Step 2: Eavestrough must be angled downwards. It should be pointed at least an inch lower than the roof gutter and its downpipe. It must not be installed with an angle steeper than 45 degrees.
Important instruction: Before you start the process of eavestrough installation, clean your roof. Eavestrough is designed to work in all weather conditions; however, during winter it can get blocked with ice that accumulates near the downspout outlets. Eavestrough installation at the same time involves cleaning downspout outlets. It will help you remove ice and snow that accumulates during winter. Eavestrough should be cleaned using a stiff brush. You can also use an air compressor if required to remove stubborn debris stuck in it.
Step 3: Eavestrough must be connected to the downpipe with a rubber sealing tape. Once the installation is complete it should be checked during every rainfall and cleaned immediately after the rain stops. Eavestroughs catch leaves, debris and other accumulated items that fall from your roof.
Final Thought:
Eavestroughs should be inspected every couple of months and cleaned accordingly. And its installation can be a DIY project if you have basic technical knowledge about it. Also, Eavestroughs are available in various sizes and styles that suit your roof design.
Eavestrough is an important part of any gutter system because it prevents water from accumulating in your foundation, which can severely damage it. Eavestrough installation requires proper knowledge about the process involved in it. It is essential to take professional help if you are not aware of its complete installation process. Eavestroughs are available in different styles and designs that suit your roof design.
